Hemolytic crisis
Alternate Names : Hemolysis - acute
Call your Health Care Provider if
If you have any of the following symptoms, contact your doctor: - A decrease in the amount of urine you produce
- Fatigue, pale skin, or other symptoms of anemia, especially if these symptoms get worse
- Urine that looks red, red-brown, or brown (tea-colored)
What to Expect at your Health Care Provider's Office
Emergency treatment may be necessary. This may include a hospital stay, oxygen, blood transfusions, and other treatments.
When your condition is stable, your doctor will perform a physical examination and ask questions, such as: - When did you first notice symptoms?
- What symptoms did you notice?
- Do you have a history of hemolytic anemia, G6PD deficiency, or a kidney disorder?
- Does anyone in your family have a history of hemolytic anemia or abnormal hemoglobin proteins?
The physical examination may occasionally show swelling of the spleen (splenomegaly). Tests may include:
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